My experience in this recent pandemic and ongoing role as a father are quite similar. Mostly, I feel overwhelmed; full of fits, starts, and stumbles. I don’t really remember having much preparation, training, or proper orientation for each of these events (fatherhood and this pandemic) the moments they arrived. In fact, there is an irony to both events.
Congratulations! If you are a dad by adoption, by foster care, by unofficial adoption, or by procreating, congratulations! You have now become a superhero. … You do not need to be a perfect dad. In fact, that would be a mistake. What does it look like to be a “pretty good dad”?
For those who haven’t heard, we’ve introduced a new Middle School Ministry to serve students in grades six, seven, and eight! Led by Associate Pastor Ren Nelson and Ministry Leader Aubree Bryant, this ministry will challenge middle school students to love God and people passionately, to learn God’s Word so well that it completely changes their worldview, and to lead for Christ in their homes and schools.
In Mark 12, Jesus tells us that we should love God and that it is equally important for us to love others. Listen as Pastoral Leader Meaghan Wall encourages us to reconsider what it means for us to love our neighbors as ourselves. As you begin this new week, spend some time in prayer and ask God to help you see ways you can show love to those around you.
Jesus’ words to His disciples in John 15 remind us that to truly thrive, we must remain connected to Christ.
As followers of Christ, in humility and hope, we grieve the racism, racial injustice, and brokenness of our country. Please take a moment to read this response and a letter from Senior Pastor Chuck Swindoll.
Whether you are facing personal struggles or are burdened by the pain in our world, please reach out to our staff so we can pray for you and encourage you. If you have any needs or prayer requests, please
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Martin Luther King, Jr.
If you’re facing adversity, take heart—in the middle of it all, God is right there with you. Watch this quick Devo On The Go for a word of encouragement from Missional Living Pastor Keith Tyler.